Surf school · Kapahulu
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"A surf school owned by a legendary local family, offering lessons with experienced instructors." - Jennifer Flowers
Jewelry store · Financial District
Ginger 13 in Honolulu is a charming haven of unique pottery, jewelry, and home decor, where every visit sparks inspiration and joy.
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Notable street · Tantalus
Take a scenic drive up Tantalus-Round Top for breathtaking views of Honolulu and Waikiki, perfect for picnicking or hiking amid lush forests.
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Hawaiian restaurant · Kakaako
Located above H Mart, Giovanni's serves up its iconic garlic shrimp and scampi in a chill food court setting—perfect for a quick, delicious fix without the trek to North Shore.
Restaurant · Diamond Head
Tucked within the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel, this breezy eatery offers a memorable mix of Pacific Rim dishes and breathtaking sunset views.
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Hotel · Diamond Head
Bright rooms, some with ocean views, in a high-rise hotel with open-air dining & live entertainment. Across from Waikiki Beach, this high-rise hotel is 3 minutes' walk from the Honolulu Zoo and a 10-minute walk from the Waikiki Aquarium. The 645 bright rooms and suites come with minifridges and flat-screen TVs. A resort fee covers Wi-Fi, Keurig coffeemakers and PlayStation 3 consoles/DVD players. Upgraded quarters have ocean views, balconies and/or full kitchens. Kids 17 and under stay free. Freebies include coffee in the lobby. There's a relaxed bar and grill with Pacific Rim cuisine, open-air dining and live entertainment. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and valet parking.
Hotel · Waikiki
Nestled just off Waikiki Beach, the Ritz-Carlton Residences offer upscale suites with stunning ocean views, fully-equipped kitchens, and stellar service, making it a perfect blend of luxury and homey comfort.
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Brunch restaurant · Kaimuki
At chef Lee Anne Wong's brunch haven, locals delight in a vibrant menu of breakfast udon, congee, and fusion dishes, all served with friendly flair.
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Hotel · Kapahulu
Colorful, family-owned budget hotel offering basic quarters with kitchenettes & a courtyard pool. Only 2.5 blocks from Waikiki Beach, this family-owned pink budget hotel is a 9-minute walk from Honolulu Zoo, 1.1 miles from the Ala Wai Golf Course and 2 miles from Diamond Head State Monument. All of the basic rooms and suites have private baths with tubs and showers, kitchenettes and TVs. Upgraded quarters in a newer wing have air conditioning and private balconies. The lobby offers free WiFi, card tables and a reading area. There’s also a courtyard swimming pool with chairs. A Korean BBQ restaurant, Japanese sushi bar and health-food shop are adjacent.
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Modern resort with an open-air buffet restaurant, plus an outdoor pool, a gym & free Wi-Fi. Overlooking Waikiki Bay, this modern resort hotel is 3 miles from both Diamond Head State Monument hiking trails and the Honolulu Museum of Art. The airy, casual rooms and suites have free Wi-Fi and feature minifridges, tea and coffeemaking equipment, and flat-screen TVs. Some add balconies and/or sea or mountain views. Amenities include an open-air buffet restaurant offering nightly entertainment, as well as a poolside bar serving Japanese bento boxes. There's a fitness center and an outdoor freshwater pool, plus a business center and meeting space for up to 500 guests.
Hot pot restaurant · Ala Moana
Relaxed hot pot eatery offering sukiyaki, shabu-shabu & other Japanese classics.